Marshall repeats as Region 10
‘Superintendent of the Year’Special to the MonitorMABANK–Mabank ISD Superintendent Dr. Russell D. Marshall
has been named the 2007 Superintendent of the Year for Region 10.
Marshall was nominated by the Mabank Board of Trustees.
“Dr. Russell Marshall has been named Superintendent of the Year for
Region 10 for the second year in a row,” Board President Gary Sapp said.
The Superintendent of the Year program was developed to recognize Texas
superintendents for achievement and excellence in public school
administration.
Winning this award two years in a row is a remarkable accomplishment,
especially considering his competition this year included
superintendents from such districts as Plano and Coppell, Sapp said.
“This award brings a positive recognition to Mabank ISD and all the
communities of our district.
“We congratulate Dr. Marshall for receiving this well-deserved award and
thank him for his continued leadership of our school district, ” Sapp
said
Region 10 Education Service Center serves eight counties and 81 school
districts in north Texas.
Dr. Buddy Echols, Executive Director of Region 10, expressed
appreciation for the boards that participated in the Superintendent of
the Year process. Echols particularly thanked the Mabank ISD Board and
its president, Gary Sapp, for nominating Marshall as a “qualified and
deserving candidate who represents all the superintendents of Region 10
very well.”
“I’m honored and humbled by this award.” Marshall said.
He credits the board for developing an environment for student
achievement, focusing on what is best for students and supporting the
shared vision and team approach.
He also praised his staff for their implementation of successful
programs.
He accepted the award on behalf of the MISD teachers and staff who work
hard every day for the children of the district.
Marshall has 17 years of administrative experience, serving the last
four years as Mabank ISD superintendent. He received his bachelor’s and
master’s degrees from Stephen F. Austin University and earned his
doctorate from Baylor University in 1997.
Marshall is an active school board trainer and serves as an adjunct
professor of education administration at Texas A&M Commerce. He has done
extensive research and presentations on education.
Marshall’s selection will now move on to the next level for
consideration.
The Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) state selection committee
will interview regional winners in August and select five finalists.
From the five finalists one will be chosen the 2007 Texas Superintendent
of the Year.
The award presentation will be made in September at the TASB/TASA
Convention in Dallas.

Police officer accused of theft Monitor Staff Reports
MABANK–A Mabank police officer is fired and suspected of stealing items
from the Mabank school district.
Mabank Mayor Larry Teague confirmed Monday that Officer Darrell Dean has
been terminated from the Mabank Police Department, effective June 27.
His case is being referred to the grand jury for possible indictment.
The Kaufman County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the case.
Dean was a school resource officer for the Mabank school district the
majority of his six and a half years employment.
Investigators Sgt. Richard Gaddis and Sgt. Bryan Morris report
computers, fax machines and miscellaneous school items were reported
stolen from a safe on the alternative school campus, along with an
undisclosed amount of cash.
“Nobody saw him take it,” Gaddis said, and surveillance images are
inconclusive.
However, Dean was seen going into the safe where some of the stuff was
kept, and he had access to the safe, Gaddis explained, as reasons for
sending the case to the grand jury.
So far, none of the stolen goods has been recovered, Gaddis added.
Mabank ISD contracts with the city’s police department for campus
resource officers. But Dean had other duties with the department as
well, especially in the summer, Teague said.

‘Concert for the Cause’ set
July 7Special to The Monitor
GUN BARREL CITY–Join 106.9 The Ranch for “The Concert for the Cause,”
Saturday July 7, at Gaters Concert Hall in Gun Barrel City.
A full day of music to benefit the families of the two fallen Henderson
County Sheriff’s deputies.
Music starts at 1 p.m. and continues to 1 a.m. Tickets are $10.
Featured musical artists incude: Michael Klein, Stewart Mann, Blacktop
Gypsy, Mandy Hutchins, Randy Brown, Stephen Pointer, Wes Ball, Native
Texas Band, Texas Highway Band, Robin English, Lauren Alexander, JD
Clark, Floyd Tolston, Jimmy Nash and Eddie Eggleston with more being
added daily.
Up to the moment details can be viewed at 106.9 Ranch Myspace or by
listening to the radio station.
The concert hall can hold up to 2,000 with ample parking available.
There will be a silent auction, food and lots of great music.
Donations for the silent auction and offers to help are being accepted
by The Ranch at (903) 874-8884.
“The Concert for the Cause” is brought to you by Gaters Concert Hall,
The Monitor, The Lake Area Leader, Franklin Bank, Southern Hunter,
Beall’s in Gun Barrel City, Hoot-N-Holler, Texas Tan, Lake City Music,
J&L Printing and your hometown station, 106.9 The Ranch.
On Friday, the day before the benefit concert, country music performer
Kevin Fowler appears in concert at Gater’s for a blowout celebration
weekend.

Henrys
promote patriotism in 4th of July partyBy Tere Hatcher
Special to The Monitor
GUN BARREL CITY–I’ve been privileged to be in attendance at some
spectacular fireworks displays before – including a large Texas military
base – but retired Col. Bud Henry and his wife Linda make a fourth of
July celebration a heartfelt tribute to America.
It is truly the most special of all Independence Day celebrations I have
ever attended.
There is such pride and heart in every patriotic detail of their gala
that one would not want to miss a moment.
The entertainment reached all different age groups – everyone from
seniors to juniors had a great time.
Years have passed since citizens were rocked by the horror of 9-11 and
for us in the United States wars are fought on foreign soil. But to
veterans, like Bud – who were brave beyond our imaginings – defending
this country and its ideals are at the heart of the freedom we enjoy.
Pride in your country takes on a new light when you have risked your
life to defend it or if one is in the presence of its defenders.
The Henry celebration elevates the spirit of America to a most personal
level.
It is the very spirit of our nation that Linda and Bud Henry seek to
convey with words, poetry, and music that make the fireworks so very
special.
The pinnacle of the evening is the spectacular display built around the
flag and the backdrop of poetic tribute and praise to Ol’ Glory and all
she represents.
It is the Henry personal touch that makes this celebration come alive in
Cedar Creek Lake with greater flare than most.
It’s great to be an American, and it’s great to be in the company of
other great Americans!

Bud
Henry friend Betty White provided musical entertainment, singing such
standards as “I’m Proud To Be An American.” Tony Kalawe (left) and Tere
Hatcher were among the close to 200 guests who enjoyed the 9th year,
Linda and Bud Henry have treated the neighborhood, friends, family and
dignitaries to a 4th of July celebration at their Lakewood home.

Bill
Watson, the next Dallas Cowboys placekicker, offered comic relief to the
evening’s proceedings and greatly enjoyed by all
the kids, especially 2-year-old Jordan, who was trying to figure out
what to make of Watson’s big shoe and short leg.